From Chemistry to Clif Family Winery: Winemaker Laura Barrett
Get tickets for my wine comedy show Something To Wine About at Turks Head Wines on June 4th at 6pm...
Get tickets for my wine comedy show Something To Wine About at Turks Head Wines on June 4th at 6pm...
Summary In this lively and insightful episode, sommelier powerhouse Cristie Norman uncorks her path into the wine world—sharing the highs, the hurdles, and how she became a force in the industry at a young age. From her current post at Delilah in Las Vegas, Cristie offers...
Summary Laurie Forster chats with Allison Owen, a former corporate pro who swapped boardrooms for barrel rooms, about her leap into winemaking. They dive into the one-of-a-kind tasting experience at Turks Head Wines, the value of wine education, and the vibrant community events that bring wine lovers...
Want to travel to wine country with me? Find out all about my European Wine Tour in 2026 by emailing me at laurie@thewinecoach.com. Summary In this engaging episode, Remi Cohen, CEO of Domaine Carneros, shares her unique journey from studying molecular biology to leading a prestigious winery....
Summary In this episode of The Sipping Point, host Laurie Forster discusses Maryland Wine Month with guests Kristin Hanna of Maryland's Best and Tim Seppi of Love Point Vineyards. They explore the significance of Maryland's wine industry, the various events taking place during the month, and...
Join me on March 26th for my next virtual tasting Springtime in Italy where I will feature some of my favorite Italian wines for Spring! REGISTER HERE Summary In this episode, Laurie Forster and Karen MacNeil discuss the importance of wine and food in fostering connections among people....
Join me on March 26th for my next virtual tasting Springtime in Italy where I will feature some of my favorite Italian wines for Spring! REGISTER HERE Summary In this episode, Kim Stare Wallace shares her journey to President of Dry Creek Vineyard, a family-owned winery with...
Summary In this episode, Laurie Forster welcomes Meaghan Frank from Dr. Frank Winery in the Finger Lakes. They discuss the rich history of the winery, the legacy of Dr. Konstantin Frank, and Meaghan's journey as the fourth generation in the family business. The conversation highlights the...
[caption id="attachment_12690" align="alignright" width="300"] Join Laurie on 3/26 for a FUN and delicious virtual wine tasting![/caption] Join Laurie on 3/26 at 7PM ET for Springtime in Italy: As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, it's the perfect time to sip on Italy’s...
Summary In this episode, Laurie Forster speaks with Matthew Scales of Maryland's Best, Bryan Brushmiller of Burley Oak, and Dan Worrell of Fallen Pine about the innovative Shuck and Stout promotion in Maryland, which combines local oysters and craft beer. They discuss the importance of local...